API 570 Exam Questions

1. A welder continuity log should be maintained to allow verification that each welder has utilized
each welding process within a _______ period.
a. one year
b. 2 year API 577 8.2
c. six month

2. Undercut is normally found_______________.

a. in the weld metal
b. in the base metal
c. at the weld interface API 577 T2
d. at the root of the weld, only

3. The records of procedure, welder and welding operator qualification must be available to the
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a. Manufacturer
b. Welder ASME IX QW-103
c. Authorized Inspector
d. Foreman

4. A welder qualifying with a groove weld in plate in the 4G position is qualified to weld groove welds
in plate and pipe over 24"O.D. in at least the _________ positions.
a. Vertical
b. Flat & horizontal
c. Flat & overhead ASME IX QW-461.9
d. Horizontal

5. A welder qualifying with plate fillet welds in the 3F and 4F positions is qualified to weld groove
welds in plate in the _______________ positions.
a. Flat only
b. Flat and horizontal
c. Flat and vertical ASME IX QW-461.9
d. None of the above

6. A welder qualifying by making a groove weld on pipe with an O.D. of 3/4" in the 5G position is
qualified to weld groove welds in:
a. 1/2" O.D. Pipe in the overhead position
b. 6" O.D. Pipe in the vertical position ASME IX QW-461.9
c. 3/4" O.D. pipe in the horizontal position QW-452.3
d. None of the above

7. When a tensile specimen breaks in the base metal outside of the weld or fusion line, the strength
recorded may be at most ___ below the specified tensile and be accepted.
a. 3.5%
b. 0.5%
c. 5% ASME IX QW-153
d. All of the above
8. Guided-bend specimens shall have no open defects in the weld or heat effected zone exceeding
________________ measured in any direction on the convex surface of the specimen after
bending.
a. 1/16"
b. 3/32" ASME IX QW-163
c. 1/8"
d. None of the above

9. May a welder who qualified in the 2G position on 1/4 inch thick plate, weld a 1 inch outside
diameter groove weld in pipe, 1/4 inch thick in the horizontal position without requalification?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Not enough information provided
d. Yes, provided pipe is carbon steel, P#1

10. A welder has been tested in the 6-G position, using an E-7018 F-4 electrode, on 6” sch 160 (.718”
nom) SA 106B pipe. Is this welder qualified to weld a 2” 300# ANSI schedule 80 bore flange to a
2” schedule 80 SA 106 B nozzle neck?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Not enough information provided
d. Yes, provided a backing strip is provided in the 2” weld.

11. A variable that when changed will cause a change in the mechanical properties of the weldment is
called a:
a. Essential variable
b. Non-essential variable
c. Supplementary essential variable
d. All of the above

12. A welder qualified to weld in the 2G position on pipe would have to be qualified in which of the
additional positions to qualify for all position groove welding on pipe?
a. 1G
b. 2G
c. 5G
d. 6G
e. All of the above

13. The maximum preheat temperature decrease allowed without requalification of a GMAW groove
weld procedure is:
a. 50°F
b. 100°F
c. 125°F
d. 150°F
e. None of the above

14. What period of inactivity from a given welding process requires the welder to requalify in that
process?
a. 3 months
b. 6 months
c. 12 months
d. As stated by the AI
15. Determine the linear expansion (in/100ft) of a carbon steel pipe between 70 degrees F. and 450
degrees F.
a. 3.04” per 100 ft.
b. 3.39” per 100 ft.
c. 2.93” per 100 ft. B31.3 319.3.1 App c
d. 3.16” per 100 ft.

16. A 20’ long carbon steel pipe is heated uniformly to 450 degrees F. from 70 degrees F. Determine
its length after heating.
a. 20.052’
b. 20.263’
c. 20.210’ B31.3 319.3.1 App c
d. 20.250’

17. An NPS 12 seamless pipe made from ASTM A-53 Grade B material operates at 600 psi and 600
degrees F. Calculate the pressure design thickness for these conditions.
a. 0.218”
b. 0.442”
B31.3 304.1.2
c. 0.205”
d. 0.191”
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18. An NPS 12 (12.75” OD.) seamless pipe made from ASTM A-53 Grade B material operates at 600
psi and 600 degrees F. The conditions require that a corrosion allowance of 0.125” be maintained.
Calculate the minimum required thickness for these conditions.
a. 0.218”
b. 0.343” B31.3 304.1.2
c. 0.330”
d. 0.436” 2

19. An NPS 4(4.5” OD.) seamless pipe made from ASTM A-106 Grade A material operates at 300 psi
and 400 degrees F. The pipe must cross a small ditch and it must be capable of supporting itself
without any visible sag. A piping Engineer states that the pipe must be at least 0.25” thick just to
support itself and the liquid product. He also states that a 0.10” corrosion allowance must be
included. Calculate the thickness required for the pipe.
a. 0.292”
b. 0.391” B31.3 304.1.2
c. 0.350”
d. 0.142” 2

20. A blank is required between two NPS 8, 150 pound class flanges. The maximum pressure
in the system is 285 psi at 100 degrees F. A corrosion allowance of 0.10” is required. The inside
diameter of the gasket surface is 8.25”. The blank is ASTM A-285 Grade C material. Calculate the
thickness required for the blank.
a. 0.545”
b. 0.584”
c. 0.530” B31.3 304.5.3
d. 0.552”
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21. Using the given formula, calculate the design pressure of a .397” replacement pipe (measured
thickness) with the following information:
material: A672 B70 Class 13
pressure/temperature: 753 psi @ 300°F
diameter: NPS 16
corrosion allowance: 1/16”

B31.3
API 570 T 7-1
a. 1000 psi
b. 949 psi 2
c. 942 psi
d. 800 psi

22. What is the design pressure allowed on a replacement A-135-A ERW pipe that is NPS 6 (6.625”),
and is installed in a system operating at 700°F? The pipe is sch. 80, and the engineering
specifications require a 1/16” erosion allowance to be maintained.

B31.3
a. 1596 psi
API 570 T 7-1
b. 1167 psi
c. 1367 psi
d. 1800 psi 2

23. A NPS flanged fitting is operating at a temperature of 650°F and has a pressure class rating of
600 psi. Using a stress value of 17,400 psi, what would be the maximum permitted rated working
pressure?
a. 2000 psi
b. 1193 psi
c. 1175 psi
d. 1500 psi

24. The recommended upstream limit of inspection of an injection point is a minimum of:
a. 12 feet or 3 pipe lengths whichever is smaller.
b. 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters whichever is smaller.
c. 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters whichever is greater. API 570 5.3.1
d. 12 feet or 3 pipe lengths whichever is greater.

25. Environmental cracking of austenitic stainless steels is caused many times by:
a. exposing areas to high-velocity and high-turbulence streams.
b. excessive cyclic stresses that are often very low. API 570 5.3.7
c. exposure to chlorides from salt water, wash-up water, etc.
d. creep of the material by long time exposure to high temperature and stress.
26. When the inspector suspects or is advised that specific piping circuits may be susceptible to
environmental cracking the inspector should:
a. call in a Piping Engineer for consultation.
b. investigate the history of the piping circuit. API 570 5.3.7
c. obtain advise from a Metallurgical Engineer.
d. schedule supplemental inspections.

27. More TML’s should be selected for piping systems with any of the following characteristics:
a. Low potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event of a leak.
b. More complexity in terms of fittings, branches, deadlegs, injection points, etc.
c. Relatively non-corrosive piping systems.
d. Long, straight-run piping systems. API 570 5.5.3

28. Fewer TML’s can be selected for piping systems with any of the following characteristics:
a. More complexity in terms of fittings, branches, deadlegs, injection points, etc.
b. Higher expected or experienced corrosion rates.
c. Long, straight-run piping systems.
API 570 5.5.3
d. Higher potential for localized corrosion.

29. TML’s can be eliminated for piping systems with the following characteristics:
a. Higher potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event of a leak.
b. Low potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event of a leak.
c. Extremely low potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event
of a leak. API 570 5.5.3
d. More complexity in terms of fittings, branches, deadlegs, injection points, etc.

30. All repair and alteration welding to piping systems shall be done in accordance with the:
a. exact procedures of ASME B31.3 or to the code to which it was built.
b. standards of ASME B31.1 or the code to which it was built.
API 570 8.2
c. principles of ASME B31.3 or the code to which it was built.
d. ideals of ASME, NBIC, or API standards.

31. Welders and welding procedures used in making piping repairs, etc. shall be qualified in
accordance with:
a. ASME B31.3 or the code to which the piping was built.
b. NBIC or the system to which the piping was built.
c. NACE or the method to which the piping was built. API 570 8.2.1
d. ASTM or the law to which the piping was built.

32. A 14” O.D. pipe has a corroded area on it. What is the maximum size of a small repair patch that
may be used to cover the corroded area?
a. 3.5”
b. 7”
c. 6” API 570 APP C-2
d. 6.5”

33. A NPS 6 (6.625” OD) seamless pipe made from ASTM A335 Grade P2 material operates at
800psi and 600 degrees F. The conditions require that a corrosion allowance of 0.125” be
maintained. Calculate the minimum required thickness for these conditions.
a. 0.290”
b. 0.343” B31.3 304.1.1
c. 0.631”
d. 0.524”
34. A NPS 14 (14.00” OD) seamless pipe made from ASTM A106 Grade A material operates at 300
psi and 600 degrees F. The pipe must cross a small ditch and it must be capable of supporting
itself without a visible sag. A piping engineer states that the pipe must be at least 0.375” to support
itself and the liquid product. He also states that a 0.125” corrosion allowance must be included.
Calculate the minimum required thickness for the pipe.
a. 0.778”
b. 0.567” B31.3 304.1.1
c. 0.642”
d. 0.600”

35. A 10’ long carbon steel pipe is welded to a 10’ 18-8 stainless pipe and is heated uniformly to 475
degrees F. from 70 degrees F. Determine its total length after heating.
a. 20.067’
b. 20.156’ B31.3 TC-1
c. 20.234’
d. 20.095’

36. A blank is required between two NPS 10, 300 lb. class flanges. The maximum pressure in the
system is 385 psi at 200 degrees F. A corrosion allowance of 0.175” is required. The inside
diameter of the gasket surface is 9.25”. The blank is ASTM A516 Grade 70 material with no weld
joint. Calculate the pressure design thickness required for the blank.
a. 0.789”
b. 0.692” B31.3 304.5.3
c. 0.556”
d. 0.768”

37. A NPS 14 (14.00” OD) seamless pipe made from ASTM A53 Grade B material operates at 600
psi 600 degrees F. Calculate the pressure design thickness for these conditions, using the
formula:

a. 0.243”
b. 0.442”
B31.3 304.1.1
c. 0.205”
d. 0.191”

38. A NPS 6 piping system is installed in December 1989. The installed thickness is measured at
0.719”. The required thickness of the pipe is 0.456” It is inspected December 1994 and the
measured thickness is 0.608”. An inspection in December 1995 reveals a 0.025” loss from the
December 1994 inspection. During December 1996 the thickness was measured to be 0.571”.
What is the long term corrosion rate of this system?
a. 0.01996”/year
b. 0.02567”/year API 570 7.1.1
c. 0.02114”/year
d. 0.03546” year

39. Using the data in question #38, calculate the short term corrosion rate in mils per year (M/P year)
a. .0012 M/P year
b. .012 M/P year API 570 7.1.1
c. .12 M/P year
d. 12 M/P year
40. Using the information in questions #38 and #39, determine the remaining life of the system.
a. 18 years
b. 5.44 years
c. 1.2 years API 570 7.1.1
d. 6 years

41. Using the information in question #38 - #40 and assuming an injection point in a Class 2 system
with 7 years estimated until the next inspection, what would the next UT interval be?
a. 10 years
b. 5 years API 570 7.1.1
c. 3 years
d. 2.72 years

42. A seamless NPS 10 pipe, ASTM A106 Grade B material , operates at 750 psi and 700 degrees F.
maximum. Considering only pressure design thickness, what minimum thickness is required?
a. 0.24”
b. 0.20” B31.3 304.1.1
c. 0.28”
d. 0.17”

43. A seamless NPS 16 pipe, ASTM A135 Grade A material operates at 550 psi and 600 degrees F.
maximum. The thickness of the pipe as determined by the last inspection is 0.40”. The pipe has
been in service for 8 years. The original thickness at installation was measured to be 0.844” Two
years previous to the 0.40” measurement the thickness of the pipe was found to be 0.54”.
Determine the greatest corrosion rate, i.e. short or long term in mils per year (M/P year)
a. 55 M/P year
b. 70 M/P year API 570 7.1.1
c. .70 M/P year
d. 700 M/P year

44. A seamless NPS 12 pipe, ASTM A106 Grade B material operates at 750 psi and 700 degrees F.
maximum. The thickness of the pipe as determined by the last inspection is 0.305”. The pipe has
been in service for 13 years. The original thickness at installation was measured to be 0.405” .
Two years previous to the 0.305” measurement the thickness of the pipe found to be 0.316”. The
next planned inspection is scheduled for 8 years. Using the appropriate corrosion rate determine
what MAWP the pipe will withstand at the end of the next inspection period.
a. 720 psi
b. 499 psi API 570 7.2
c. 611 psi
d. 550 psi

45. A seamless NPS 6, ASTM A106 Grade A pipe operates at 300 degrees F. and 765 psi. The
allowable stress is 16,000 psi. Using the Barlow equation, determine the required thickness for
these conditions.
a. 0.446” B31.3 304.1.1
b. 0.332”
c. 0.231”
d. 0.155”
46. A seamless NPS 8, ASTM A106 Grade A pipe operates at 300 degrees F. and 741 psi. The
allowable stress is 16,000 psi. The owner-user specified that the pipe must have 0.125” for
corrosion allowance. Using the B31.3 equation, determine the required thickness for these
conditions.
a. 0.295” B31.3 304.1.1
b. 0.195”
c. 0.321”
d. 0.392”

47. A NPS 4 Schedule 80 (0.337” wall) branch connection is welded into a NPS 6 Schedule 40 (0.280”
wall). A .375” reinforcing pad is used around the branch connection. The fillet weld sizes are as
required by the Code. The branch connection is inserted into the header. The material of the
branch and header is ASTM A672 Grade B70. What thickness would be used to determine
whether heat treatment of the this connection is required? (Express answer to nearest hundredth)
a. 0.768”
b. 0.891” B31.3 331.1
c. 0.998”
d. 0.567”

48. An Inspector finds a thin area in the body of a NPS 8, 600 lb. gate valve body. The body is made
from ASTM A216 WCB material The system operates at 900 psi and 750 degrees F. Using a
corrosion allowance of 0.125”, what minimum required thickness must the valve body have to
continue to safely operate? (Round to the nearest 3 decimals)
a. 0.492”
b. 0.617”
c. 0.510” API 574 11.2
d. 0.345”

49. A seamless NPS 10 pipe, ASTM A106 Gr. B material, operates at 750 psi and 700 degrees F.
(maximum). The thickness of the pipe as determined by the last inspection is 0.30”. The pipe has
been in service for 10 years. The original thickness (measured when installed) was 0.365”. Two
years previous to the 0.30” measurement the thickness of the pipe was measured to be 0.31”.
Determine the greatest corrosion rate, i.e., short or long term.
a. 0.0050 inches per year
b. 0.0065 inches per year
API 570 7.1&7.2
c. 0.0100 inches per year
d. 0.0130 inches per year

50. A seamless NPS 10 pipe, ASTM A106 Gr. B material, operates at 750 psi and 700 degrees F.
(maximum). The thickness of the pipe as determined by the last inspection is 0.30”. The pipe has
been in service for 10 years. The original thickness (measured when installed) was 0.365”. Two
years previous to the 0.30” measurement the thickness of the pipe was measured to be 0.31”. The
next planned inspection is scheduled for 7 years. Using the worst corrosion rate (short or long
term) determine what pressure the pipe will withstand at the end of its next inspection period?
a. 920 psi
b. 663 psi API 570 7.1&7.2
c. 811 psi
d. 750 psi

51. The double wall viewing technique is limited to what sizes?

a. 3.5” OD or less.
b. 3 ½” OD or greater. ASME V T271.2
c. 4” OD or less.
d. There are no size limitations if the RT technician will sign off acceptance.
52. What type of discontinuity is the magnetic particle method most sensitive to?
a. Surface discontinuities aligned perpendicular to the magnetic field.
b. Subsurface discontinuities aligned perpendicular to the magnetic field.
c. Surface discontinuities aligned parallel to the magnetic field.
d. Subsurface discontinuities in any direction. ASME V T270
53. When writing a Visual Examination procedure, which is not an Essential Variable?
a. Surface preparation/cleaning
b. Surface condition
c. Personnel Qualifications ASME V T921
d. All are essential variables

54. What type of discontinuity is the liquid penetrant method effective in detecting?
a. Cracks
b. Subsurface
c. Surface and subsurface discontinuities ASME V T600
d. Surface discontinuities

55. Which is not one of the three different methods of conducting “Visual Examinations” (VT)?
a. Direct
b. Indirect ASME V T954
c. Transparent
d. Remote visual examination

56. __________________can be detected by the Liquid Penetrant method.

a. Surface Discontinuities
b. Surface and slight sub-surface discontinuities
c. Surface and sub-surface discontinuities ASME V T600
d. Sub-surface Discontinuities

57. __________________can be detected by the Ultrasonic examination method.

a. Surface Discontinuities
b. Surface and slight sub-surface discontinuities
c. sub-surface Discontinuities ASME V T A-110
d. Surface and sub-surface discontinuities

58. __________________can be detected by the Magnetic particle testing method.

a. Surface Discontinuities
b. Surface and slight sub-surface discontinuities
c. Sub-surface Discontinuities
d. Surface and sub-surface discontinuities ASME V T720

59. __________________can be detected by the Radiographic examination method.

a. Surface Discontinuities
b. Surface and slight subsurface discontinuities
ASME V T A-110
c. Surface and sub-surface discontinuities
d. Subsurface Discontinuities
60. A pipe is NPS 16, and is made from A 335 Grade P1 material. The design pressure is 1200 psig,
and the temperature is 750°F. What is the minimum thickness of this pipe, if a 1/16” corrosion
allowance will be maintained?
a. 0.734”
b. 0.675” B31.3
c. 0.480”
d. 0.970”

61. If a WPS is qualified using a base material that is 9” thick, the correct base metal thickness range
shown in the WPS should be:
a. 3/16” - 12” thick
b. 1/16” - 14” thick ASME IX QW 304.7
c. 3/16” - 18” thick
d. 3/16” - 9.9” thick

62. The total linear thermal expansion of a 30’ long, A426 Grade CP5 pipe operating between 70°
and 350°F is:
a. 0.63”
b. 2.10” B31.3 App C
c. 3.4’
d. 47”

63. An A-135 Gr. B Category D service pipe is to be replaced. The pipe is NPS 8, and will be 0.875”
thick. The pressure on the system is 120 psi @ 300°F, and the minimum temperature is -20°F.
T his piping:
a. Must be impact tested
b. Is exempt from impact testing B31.3
c. Must be RT’d to NFS
d. Must be received with MTR’s

64. During impact testing of an A182 F321 base metal, a 3/4 size bar was used instead of a full size
bar. The design temperature is 30° below the allowable minimum temperature listed in B31.3. At
what temperature must the impact test be performed?
a. -325°F
b. -355°F B31.3 323.3.4
c. -360°F
d. -430°F

65. 15. A NPS 16 pipe has externally corroded 1/8” uniformly around the circumference. The pipe was
originally 1.031” thick, and the material is SA-106 B, seamless with a temperature of 650°F. The
current operating pressure is 875 psi. Per API 570 rules, can this piping continue to run at this
pressure without inspection for 10 years, assuming a continued external corrosion rate of .031” per
year?
a. Yes, can continue to operate for 10 years at this pressure
b. No, cannot continue to operate at this pressure B31.3
c. Not enough information given to calculate the problem
d. Only if Tim personally sprinkles “holy” water on it.
66. A locally thin area is 1/2” away from a girth weld on an NPS 18 pipe. The thin area is found to be
.725”thick, and the original base metal is 1.23” thick. The pipe is A 369 Gr. FP9, and the
temperature is 600°F. If the girth weld has not been radiographed, what is the current design
pressure (or MAWP) of this piping using the formula provided in API 570. (Not considering future
corrosion or inspections.)
a. 812 psi
b. 947 psi B31.3 & API 570
c. 1150 psi
d. 1350 psi

67. A piping system will be hydrotested after a re-rating. The new design is for 600 psi @ 800°F, and
material is A376 TP 304H. The test will be run with condensate at 400°F. What is the required
test pressure on this system?
a. 900 psi
b. 1184 psi
B31.3 345.4.2
c. 1107 psi
d. 1200 psi

68. A welding procedure is qualified on P5A to P5A steel. This WPS is then qualified to weld on:
a. P5A - P4 steels
b. P5A - P5B steels ASMI IX QW 424
c. P4 - P4 steels
d. All of the above

69. A hot spot on a run of piping can best be detected by:

a. Contact pyrometers
b. Infrared thermography API 570 5.3.5/5.4.5
c. Temper sticks
d. Feeling with your hand

70. A pipe is thickness checked in 1997 and found to be .380” thick. The pipe was previously checked
in 1991 and was found to be .466” thick. The pipe is 16 NPS and is made from API 5L Grade X-42
ERW pipe. Assuming the same corrosion rate continues, can the piping MAWP rating of 150 psi @
400°F be continued if the next inspection is set for 10 years?
a. Yes. MAWP is acceptable
b. No. MAWP must be reduced API 570
c. Not enough information given
d. MAWP should be increased to 250 psig

71. When will the next UT thickness inspection be required on a Class 2 piping system with the
following information:
 NPS 3.5, standard wall pipe
 Design pressure 775 psi @ 500°F
 A53 Grade A, ERW with supplemental 100% RT performed on the longitudinal weld
 Initial UT inspection - installed new in 1974 and was .226” thick
 Last UT inspections done - 1990 - .175” thick

a. 1995
b. 1998 B31.3 / API 570
c. 2000
d. 2013
72. A Class 3 pipe is UT thickness checked in 1990 and found to be .385” thick. The pipe is then
checked in 1994 and found to be .300” thick. Original thickness was .432” in 1981. If the required
thickness is .182”, how many years can pass before the next thickness inspection?
a. 5.6
b. 5 API 570 7.1.1
c. 10
d. 2.8

73. Which of the following is an essential variable for the GMAW process?
a. Wire diameter
b. Travel speed ASME IX QW-255
c. Interpass temperature
d. Electrical characteristics (short arc to spray or vice-versa)

74. Fatigue cracking will normally be prevalent at:

a. Areas of high stress reversals
b. Insulated stainless steel areas API 570 5.3.9
c. Pipe supports on “sleeper” racks
d. Junctions of flow restrictions

75. Class 3 piping should be visually inspected at a maximum interval of _________ years.
a. 5
b. 10 API 570 T 6.1
c. 15
d. 1/2 RCL or 10 years

76. A common root pass welding defect is:

a. Porosity
b. Lack of penetration
c. Tungsten inclusion B31.3
d. Overlap

77. A standard hydrostatic test is to be run after an alteration on a piping system. The piping has a
stress value of 20 ksi at the test temperature and 17 ksi at design temperature. The design
pressure is 720 psi. What is the calculated test pressure?
a. 1080 psi
b. 918 psi
c. 1270 psi B31.3 345.4.2
d. 792 psi

78. The two primary NDE methods referenced by API 570 for thickness examinations are:
a. RT, AET
b. ET, UT
c. MT, UT API 570 5.5.2
d. UT, RT

79. An API Piping Inspector’s duties may include:

a. Authorize repairs and alterations
b. Performing flexibility calculations
c. Perform RT API 570 8.1.1
d. Install nameplates
80. A Class 1 piping system has been thickness checked in 1972, and was found to be .760” thick.
The required thickness is .428” (by calculation), and the piping was re-checked visually and for
thickness in 1984 and 1995. The 1984 inspection showed .688” and the 1995 inspection shows
.540”. Per API 570, when should the next UT and visual inspection be conducted?
a. 2.3 years UT, 5 years visual
b. 4.3 years UT, 5 years visual API 570 T G-1
c. 2.3 years UT, 10 years visual
d. 5 years UT, 5 years visual

81. When weld hardness tests are required by ASME B31.3, at least __________% of the welds must
be tested when local PWHT is employed.
a. 5%
b. 10%
c. 25% B31.3 331.1.7
d. 100%

82. A welder qualifies on a 3 NPS pipe in a 6G position. The piping is titanium, and the weld is made
with SMAW. How many bend tests are required for this test weld?
a. 2
b. 4 ASME IX QW 452
c. At least 3
d. RT is required for this weld in lieu of bend tests

Questions ( 83 ~ 92 ) are based on WPS/PQR GMAW-2, attached:

83. The upper base metal thickness allowed on the WPS:

a. Is acceptable as shown
b. Should be .495” ASME IX QW-304.10
c. Should be .900”
d. Should be .450”

84. The preheat temperature range shown on the WPS is:

a. Acceptable to B31.3
b. Should be 100°F min B31.3 406.1
c. Should be 160°F min
d. Not to B31.3 requirements - must be at least 175°F

85. The gas backing range shown on the WPS, as qualified on the PQR is:
a. Acceptable as shown
b. Unacceptable - should not be shown on the WPS ASME IX 408.9/408.10
c. Unacceptable - should not be shown on the PQR
d. Unacceptable - material shown does not require a backing gas

86. The bend tests shown on the PQR should be:

a. Rejected due to the 1/4” corner crack
b. Rejected due to the 1/8” crack
c. Changed to side bends
d. Accepted ASME IX QW-163
87. The tension tests results shown on the PQR:
a. Are acceptable
b. Are rejectable - T-1 fails ASME IX QW-152
c. Are rejectable - T-2 fails
d. Are rejectable - not enough specimens were taken

88. The impact test results shown on the PQR for the weld:
a. Are acceptable as shown
b. Are unacceptable per ASME IX B31.3 T323.3.5
c. Are unacceptable per ASME B31.3
d. Should be changed to drop-weight tests

89. If this procedure will be used for pipe in-service at -30°F design temperature, the impact tests
shown on the PQR for the HAZ are:
a. Unacceptable due to insufficient absorbed energy B31.3 323.3.4/323.3.5
b. Unacceptable due to insufficient temperature for size of specimen
c. Unacceptable due to wrong type of test
d. Both A & B above

90. The shielding gas shown on the WPS:

a. Is proper for the gas qualified ASME IX QW-408.2
b. Is unacceptable due to flow rate
c. Is unacceptable due to change in gas composition
d. Both B & C above

91. The PQR is unacceptable because:

a. It was done after the WPS was written
b. It is not certified
c. It was done without PWHT ASME IX QW-200.2
d. It cannot be traced to the WPS

92. The DWM range shown on the WPS is:

a. Acceptable as shown
b. Should be restricted to .495” ASME IX QW-404.30
c. Should be restricted to .550”
d. Should be 1/8” only, as shown on the PQR for filler metal size